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INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2026: CALL FOR ENTRIES
Where Innovation Earns its Place.
The International Excellence Awards (IEA) returns for its second edition, once again curated by the Architecture & Design Community (ADC) in partnership with Design Skill Magazine. Far from another design contest, IEA is a sharp, content-driven platform that gives visionaries, studios, and emerging talents the space to be seen, evaluated, and remembered — for all the right reasons.
A Smarter Way to Recognise Excellence
IE Awards introduces a deliberate shift in how recognition is given. No rankings. No comparison games. Every project is independently scored by a global panel of experts, with recognition based purely on merit.
Platinum IE Award: 9 – 10 points
Gold IE Award: 7,5 – 8,9 points
Silver IE Award: 6 – 7,4 points
Bronze IE Award: 4,5 – 5,9 points
The number of winners per category is not fixed — it is determined entirely by the quality and scoring of submitted works. It's transparent. It's fair. And it's built to honour creativity at every level.
Recognition That Matters
Every award carries more than just a title — it's a curated experience of visibility: A personalised certificate and award logo, a dedicated winner's page on our official website, a studio spotlight card with full contact details, feature banners for your social channels, exposure to over 300k followers on Instagram and Facebook, coverage by selected media partners. And, at the pinnacle: the IEA Trophy — a sculptural tribute to those who lead with talent, creativity, and bold vision.
International Excellence Awards is open to students, independent creatives, emerging talents, and established studios. There are no restrictions on project age or status — both realised and conceptual works are welcome.
Submissions may include any combination of: text, diagrams, drawings, renderings, photography, collages or graphics.
The Jury: 2026 Edition
• Jimena Meza – Architect & Founder, Arandano Arquitectura, Peru
• Hatem Ibrahim – Professor of Architecture, Qatar University, Qatar
• Haisheng Xu – Co-Founder, LYT-X Studio, USA
• Inna Lysetska – Senior Project Designer, IDL Construction, USA/Ukraine
• Daria Yang Du – Founder and Architecture Designer, DD STUDIO/RIOS, USA
All entries are judged blindly. No names. No labels. Just ideas, design, and execution.
Judging Criteria: Conceptual Strength & Originality, Clarity of Intent & Execution, Innovation, Sustainability & Technology, Functionality & Craft, Overall Impact & Visual Presence.
Key Dates
• Early Bird Deadline – 12 December 2025
• Advance Entry – 30 January 2026
• Standard Entry – 6 March 2026
• Extended Entry – 10 April 2026
• Final Deadline – 8 May 2026
• Project Submission Deadline – 11 May 2026
• Winners Announced – 24 July 2026
Students enjoy a 50% discount.